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Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tindell, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Tindell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tindell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tindell’s office at (423) 778-5255.

    What languages does Dr. Tindell speak?

    Dr. Tindell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tindell treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tindell diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tindell. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby
    • Extremely Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie
    • Very preterm infant
    • Extremely preterm newborn
    • Micro-preemie
    • Preterm newborn
    • Early birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
    • P0736: Preterm newborn, gestational age 33 completed weeks
    • P0723: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 24 completed weeks
    • P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
    • P0725: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 26 completed weeks
    • P0730: Preterm newborn, unspecified weeks of gestation
    • P0733: Preterm newborn, gestational age 30 completed weeks
    • P0734: Preterm newborn, gestational age 31 completed weeks
    • P0735: Preterm newborn, gestational age 32 completed weeks
    • P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Newborn Respiratory Failure
    • Lung Disease
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Hyaline Membrane Disease
    • Neonatal Respiratory Distress
    • Neonatal Respiratory Failure
    • Infant Lung Failure
    • Newborn Breathing Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
    • P285: Respiratory failure of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Other Newborn Feeding Problems
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant and Newborn Nutrition
    • Other infant feeding difficulties
    • Miscellaneous baby eating issues
    • Neonatal feeding disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P928: Other feeding problems of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Low Birth Weight Newborn
    • Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
    • Birth Weight
    • LBW newborn
    • Small baby
    • Baby born 2000-2499 grams
    • ELBW baby
    • Very low birth weight infant
    • Micro-preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
    • P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams

    Also known as:

    • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
    • BPD in Newborns
    • Baby Lung Development Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice from Other Causes
    • Jaundice
    • Various causes of infant jaundice
    • Other reasons for baby yellow skin
    • Uncommon newborn jaundice causes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P598: Neonatal jaundice from other specified causes

    Also known as:

    • Gastroschisis
    • Birth Defects
    • Abdominal wall defect
    • Intestines outside body at birth
    • Bowel protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q793: Gastroschisis

    Which procedures does Dr. Tindell perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tindell's office.

    Does Dr. Tindell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tindell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-5255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tindell accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Tindell in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tindell's office located?

    Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell's Primary Practice

    910 Blackford St

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 778-5255

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    What is Dr. Tindell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tindell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972861342.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tindell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tindell

    What is Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell's specialty?

    Dr. Tindell is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Chattanooga, TN. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Tindell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tindell is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Rachael Caroline Tindell accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachael Caroline Tindell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tindell's office at (423) 778-5255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachael Caroline Tindell?

    Please contact Dr. Tindell's office at (423) 778-5255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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